How to Get a Free Breast Pump Through Insurance
If you’re an expecting or new mom, here’s something you need to know: almost all health plans (except those grandfathered) are legally required to provide breastfeeding equipment, breastfeeding support, and breastfeeding counseling to you, while your breastfeeding, under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This means under most insurance providers you are legally entitled to a free breast pump.…
Building a Breastmilk Stash: Essential Tips for New Moms
When my first son was born, I didn’t expect breastfeeding to be as hard as it was. I had read the books. I bought the gear. I thought I was prepared. But the moment we left the hospital with a tiny baby reality hit hard. My supply just wasn’t keeping up. Those first few days home were…
10 Travel Hacks for Pumping Moms
Let’s be real — traveling while breastfeeding or pumping is no joke. It’s messy, stressful, emotional, and often awkward. But as a mom who had to travel for work just 4 months after giving birth, I’m here to tell you: with the right preparation, it can be done. I remember staring at my suitcase before that first trip, trying…